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This PROMOTIONAL recruitment is ONLY open to CURRENT Huntington Beach “Regular” employees. (Employees who have not completed their INITIAL probationary period are not eligible).
In Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we’re looking for the “right person” to serve as Office Assistant II in the Public Works Department.
The current vacancy is in the Public Works Department; however the eligible list could be used for future vacancies in other departments. The Ideal Candidate has experience using various office software applications and is able to manage a variety of routine administrative tasks in an active, detail-oriented office environment, while maintaining a professional demeanor and providing superior customer service to members of the public and City staff.
The Public Works Department consists of Administration, Engineering, Maintenance Operations and General Services, Transportation, and Utilities.
Here in Huntington Beach, we value soft skills such as emotional intelligence and attitude just as much as technical skills and competency. Primary importance to our organization is the identification of individuals that are team-oriented, dedicated, genuine to the organization’s values, and confident yet grounded in humility. Successful candidates will understand and value the critical importance that people play in building a successful organization.
First and foremost, the City is seeking an individual who has an unwavering commitment to team-based environment, and recognizes that leaders must be focused always on serving their people. For us in Huntington Beach, successful candidates must be genuinely committed to living our organization’s behavioral values, which include:
Humility… be willing to place the team before self.
Exceptionality… be really (REALLY) good at what you do.
Social Awareness… say and do those things that bring people together.
Passion… recognize the awesome responsibility we have to serve the people of HB.
Integrity… live our values authentically.
Outside of these behavioral characteristics, we’re also looking for candidates who are ready to grow and develop and who can envision new ways to improve and enhance services.
Examples of Essential Duties
Uses a personal computer and a variety of office software applications including word processing, email, file management, and spreadsheets
Creates, retrieves, and enters data and information into a computer from various sources including accounting, statistical, and related documents; verifies data for accuracy and completeness; inputs corrections and updates
Operates office equipment such as telephone systems, personal computers, shredders, printers and copiers
Provides information on program, departmental, and City policies and procedures as required
Provides front counter assistance; screens office visitors; responds to inquiries and requests for information or directs to appropriate personnel
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The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience: Two years’ experience providing clerical/administrative support that includes keyboarding/typing assignments or frequent use of a computer keyboard.
Licenses/Certifications: A valid California driver license with an acceptable driving record required at time of appointment and during course of employment.
Proof of keyboarding/typing skill proficiency (45 WPM Net) will be required prior to appointment.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Application Review
Examination(s) – a written exam (pass/fail) – tentatively scheduled for June 17, 2022 and a virtual oral exam (weighted 100%) is tentatively scheduled for June 28, 2022
Selection Interview
Background Investigation
Appointment
Please Note: Our primary means of communication with applicants is sent via email; therefore, please include a valid email address on your application.
